Leons Headlines Feb 3: Brandon businesses will stay the course, but warn that escalating Canada-US trade tariffs will have serious economic consequences and call for a unified Canadian response. The US announced Saturday it will impose a 25 per cent tariff on Canadian goods and 10 per cent on Canadian oil & energy starting Tuesday.
-In response to the US tariffs, Canada issued a matching 25 per cent counter-tariff on US imports the same evening. Trump & Trudeau will talk by phone this morning and again this afternoon.
-Trump tariffs trigger stocks slump, US dollar rise on trade war fears. European shares slid Monday, joining a worldwide selloff sparked by fears that tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China mark an opening in a global trade war that would curb economic growth internationally.
-Provinces respond to tariffs by pulling US liquor from shelves & announce retaliation with levies.
-While the impact of US tariffs on MB tourism remains uncertain, a weaker Canadian dollar may attract American visitors, though retaliatory tariffs could deter them.
-On Groundhog Day, Manitoba Merv predicted an early spring, while other Canadian rodents and crustaceans were split on extending winter or welcoming spring by March 20th.
-Brandon’s real estate market will continue to face supply challenges and affordability issues in 2025, influenced by economic policies and interest rates.
-Tim Hortons’ ‘Roll up to Win’ contest will return on February 24th with both physical cups and the digital game.
Dear Donald. Listen to Ronald. Ronald Reagan that is. It’s like he’s speaking from the grave today.
The tariff war making Canadians think twice about where their food comes from. The appetite for Canadian produced products takes a JUMP as Trump tries to put the screws to the Canadian Government in the form of incoming trade tariffs. Here’s how shoppers are reacting.
Provincially run liquor stores have pulled US booze. It didn’t take long for spirits to be the first casualty of war, the tariff war that is.
Not classy but understandable. The Canadian pile on continues as fans at sporting events are now booing the US national anthem before games. This as in Vancouver when Detroit was in town.
It used to be a USA vs Canada war was left to 1812 or Hollywood. This is the 1995 classic comedy Canadian Bacon, where a President, desperate for a win, decides to invade Canada. Stars some awesome Canadian comedians.
The 2025 Grammy Awards kicked off in Los Angeles with excitement over the winners and the red carpet fashion. But as always, some celebrity outfits left fans and critics cringing.
https://www.boredpanda.com/red-carpet-disasters-from-2025-grammys-you-cant-unsee
Despite earning six nominations, Taylor Swift left the 2025 Grammys without a single win. The pop star lost in major categories, including Best Music Video and Best Pop Vocal Album.
Beyoncé made history at the 2025 Grammys, finally winning her first Album of the Year award. She also took home Best Country Album and Best Country/Duo Group Performance for II Most Wanted with Miley Cyrus.
Walmart employees have seen it all, including rotting deli meat stuffed into clothing. In a hilarious yet disgusting Reddit thread, workers shared the grossest things shoppers have left behind.
https://www.eatthis.com/walmart-shoppers-leave-grossest-items
Hotels have changed drastically since the 1700s, and some once-common features are now disappearing. Thanks to technology and shifting trends, many items and services are becoming obsolete.
